Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite
What is Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite?
Sodium metabisulfite is a white or yellowish crystalline powder. It is a salt of sulfurous acid, made by reacting sulfur dioxide with sodium carbonate or sodium hydroxide. It is commonly used as a preservative and antioxidant in foods.
Is Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite vegan?
Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten or derive from any of the 9 major allergens.
Is Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite used for?
Manufacturers add sodium metabisulfite to foods to prevent spoilage by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and mold, and to preserve color and flavor.
Is Antioxidants: Sodium Metabisulphite safe?
Sodium metabisulfite is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a preservative.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sodium metabisulfite to foods to prevent spoilage by inhibiting the growth of bacteria and mold, and to preserve color and flavor. It is often found in dried fruits, wine, processed potatoes, and some seafood products.
Health notes
Sodium metabisulfite is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a preservative. It can cause allergic reactions in some individuals, particularly those with asthma. The Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives (JECFA) has evaluated sodium metabisulfite and established an acceptable daily intake. Evidence on its long-term health effects at typical consumption levels is mixed, but generally considered safe for most people.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten or derive from any of the 9 major allergens.
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